Is this aus6 or aus8 steel?
22023
I am not a metal expert but judging from my use over the past few months has leaf me to believe that it is the aus6. Don't let this stop you from buying it though. I use my blade everyday to cut boxes, zip ties, wire loom, tape. Ect. And the edge does seem to roll alittle on tougher tasks sucks as thick rubber. But I run mine threw. Smiths pocket pal every week and it still holds a razor edge.
22024
This is more of a hunting knife. Bear Grylls offers a blade for all of your uses . This skins well and guts great. I wouldn't use it on other than light tasks.
192568
It's the aus8. They just came out with new line, so I'm fairly sure it's not on Amazon yet. Look for sku 27TLCS. The old aus8 sku I think was 27TLS
1280299
I like it, I think it holds an edge well and is decently easy to sharpen. Probably better than 8cr13 or 440c in my opinion, not sure about AUS8 I don't have any personal experience with that. Doesn't hold an edge as well as VG-10 but isn't as brittle either (and easier to sharpen).
1112925
The information I have on the knife I purchased lists the blade as AUS8. The knife is also made in Taiwan and not China! Check the web for reviews onOntario knives and you should be able get all the info needed Good luck. I am very happy with this knife!
962781
I think the steel one is a different model than the aluminum. It has a different letter after the name
314986
The Amazon community (buyers) answers the questions here. It does say 18/10 steel in the description but for anything more specific and for country of manufacture I suggest you ask the company / Epica.
1517527
This is a steel version. However, the cooling effect as we thought did not last long Less frequently used. Please Note
2019957
Depends on your definition of hard use. AUS-8 is a decent grade steel with enough softness that it won't snap, but I wouldn't go using this as a chisel or pry-bar either.The lock mechanism is reasonably strong, but won't be as strong as Cold Steel's Triad lock they normally use. I got bored with mine and sliced up a bunch of aluminum cans, and it worked pretty well surprisingly!If you're talking cutting chores, sure you can slice and dice for a while before you have to re sharpen it, it'll get scratched up from use anyways over enough time. :)I'd stay away from twisting or prying with the blade or handle, those kinds of motions will likely make the lock give or the blade edge to roll (bend) or snap. Depends on your definition of hard use. AUS-8 is a decent grade steel with enough softness that it won't snap, but I wouldn't go using this as a chisel or pry-bar either.The lock mechanism is reasonably strong, but won't be as strong as Cold Steel's Triad lock they normally use. I got bored with mine and sliced up a bunch of aluminum cans, and it worked pretty well surprisingly!If you're talking cutting chores, sure you can slice and dice for a while before you have to re sharpen it, it'll get scratched up from use anyways over enough time. :)I'd stay... » Read More Depends on your definition of hard use. AUS-8 is a decent grade steel with enough softness that it won't snap, but I wouldn't go using this as a chisel or pry-bar either.The lock mechanism is reasonably strong, but won't be as strong as Cold Steel's Triad lock they normally use. I got bored with mine and sliced up a bunch of aluminum cans, and it worked pretty well surprisingly!If you're talking cutting chores, sure you can slice and dice for a while before you have to re sharpen it, it'll get scratched up from use anyways over enough time. :)I'd stay away from twisting or prying with the blade or handle, those kinds of motions will likely make the lock give or the blade edge to roll (bend) or snap. « Show Less
1695711
I dont remember it. Sorry.but it is a very useful product and its use has not had any problems the steel.
1905121
This is steel. Quite heavy actually. I have used this extensively and highly recommend it. It rolls easily.
2063446
Yes this is correct. The steel is 0.6mm thick. The difference is that you are looking at a small pencil lead whereas this is sheet metal. It is not as thin as you may be thinking.
1697882
The one I received says Taiwan on the blade. However the Cold steel box has a company statement on the back that says their knives are made in the USA, Japan and Taiwan and that the quality and performance standards for production are the same. They all have the same one year warranty. After owning this knife for quite awhile I have to say it is a beast, I don't care where it was made this thing keeps its edge and is solid as a rock.
1112928
Ontario is famous for their AUS-8, they have the best heat treatment for it in the business. The knife is assembled in China, but the materials are shipped from Ontario Knife Company.
352982
It is indeed steel. This is a superior product in function and design (appearance).
646689
The San Mai steel version is made in japan. Very high quality. I believe the aus-8 steel version is made in taiwan
577178
Check Morakniv's website they have a lot of really cool information about the differences in steel types. I'm no expert myself.
935755
two different types of steel for the blades. the one you are looking at has aus 8a. the other one is san mai 3. the san mai 3 is supposedly a better steel. I have owned one of each. I loved the aus 8a, but wanted to try the san mai 3. That being said, I haven't had the san mai 3 long enough to tell you that it truly is better, but for the slight price difference I would recommend you go with the san mai 3. Did quite a bit of reading on it, and it appears to be the better blade. (I'm not sorry I upgraded so far)